Layering in Style: Winter Country Fashion with Barbour, Schoffel, and RM Williams
Winter 2024 is here, and with it comes the need for stylish, functional clothing that can keep up with the ever-changing country weather. Whether you’re out for a brisk walk through frosty fields or heading into town for a casual lunch, the key to staying comfortable and looking great lies in mastering the art of…
Read Blog Top 5 Men’s Country Check Shirts: Embrace Adventure and Timeless Style
A country check shirt isn’t merely a piece of clothing; it’s an emblem of outdoor adventure and enduring style. With its classic check pattern and rugged appeal, it stands as a staple for any outdoor enthusiast. Designed for versatility, durability, and functionality, a country check shirt transitions seamlessly from the trail to the town, ready…
Read Blog Barbour Pet Accessories: A Stylish and Functional Companion for Your Furry Friend
Having a pet in your life brings immense joy, companionship, and a profound sense of responsibility. As a pet owner, you want the best for your furry friend – from a cosy bed to stylish, yet functional accessories.
Enter the fantastic range of Barbour Pet Accessories, a brand renowned for its timeless and high-quality products.
Read Blog How to Combine Barbour Clothing Layers to Look Smart Casual
Barbour clothing is synonymous with timeless style and exceptional craftsmanship. Known for their iconic waxed cotton jackets, Barbour offers a range of versatile pieces that can elevate your smart-casual wardrobe.
Read Blog 8 Country Clothing Items I NEED in My Wardrobe this October!
Our services October has arrived, and with it comes the promise of crisp mornings, changing leaves, and the unmistakable scent of autumn in the air. For those who love the countryside and the outdoor lifestyle, October is a month to embrace the transition from autumn to winter while staying stylish and comfortable. To make the…
Read Blog Embrace Country Elegance with Barbour Women’s Bags
A Touch of Luxury Barbour’s collection of women’s bags includes expertly crafted holdalls and tote bags. They are statements of style and sophistication. If you’re planning a weekend getaway or a longer journey, Barbour’s spacious and easy-to-carry holdalls are your perfect travel companions. Crafted from lightweight tweeds and durable wax cotton or quilted fabric, these…
Read Blog How to Clean and Care for Leather Shoes, Boots, Holdalls and Jackets
Pure leather undergoes a careful craftsmanship process before making its way into our wardrobes, so it’s essential to give it the proper day-to-day care and maintenance it deserves. Therefore, this guide will teach you everything that you need to know about taking care of your leather clothes so that it lasts for years to come. To make sure that your pieces retain their excellence and age gracefully, we’ve created a guide on how to clean and care for leather. Find out how to make your leather shoes, bags, and clothes look their best and last a lifetime.
Read Blog Our Ultimate Father’s Day Gift Guide 2023
Father's Day is the perfect occasion to show appreciation for the dads in our lives who embody the spirit of the British country lifestyle. If your dad enjoys outdoor pursuits, traditional craftsmanship, and timeless fashion, then you've come to the right place. In this blog, we've curated a collection of ideal Father's Day gifts from renowned brands such as Barbour, Schöffel, RM Williams, and Le Chameau. Whether he's an avid hunter, an equestrian enthusiast, or simply appreciates classic country clothing, these gifts will make him feel truly special.
Read Blog Our Ultimate Mother’s Day Gift Guide 2023
This Mother's Day treat her to a thoughtful gift as unique as she is. Though finding a Mother’s Day gift can be tricky, as traditional gifting can often revolve around items such as wine and floral bouquets which can leave us in need of inspiration to find something more. So to help you find that perfect gift we’ve created this guide to inspire the mind and help you find that perfect Mother’s Day gift. This year Mother’s Day is on Sunday 19th March 2023. Each year Mother’s Day is held on the fourth Sunday of Lent, which is always three weeks before Easter.
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We have a fantastic collection of gift items to suit everyone's budget and taste from wax jackets to those special accessories that put a smile on everyone's face.Explore our brilliant range of premium quality, country lifestyle gifts for that special person, including wax jackets, jumpers, shirts, boots, and accessories including leather belts and wallets.
Read Blog Caring for your RM Williams Boots
Once you’ve made your investment in R.M. Williams boots, you want to make sure they last as long as possible and are still looking brand-spanking-new a few years down the line and you will love to wear them all the time, it is so important that you learn how to best look after your leather boots. So here are few tips on how to keep your boots looking amazing!
Read Blog James Bond wears Barbour Jackets
One of the many things James bond is famous for is his impeccable sense of style. And as he is the quintessential British man, it's no it's no surprise that when he was finally united with British fashion icon, Barber in the movie Skyfall it caused quite a store to say the least.
Read Blog What Makes a Roka Bag so Good?
To help you find out why Roka Bags are loved so much, we have put together a list of features that makes them so good!
Read Blog Guide to Wearing a Fedora
To help you look your best when wearing your beloved fedora or if you are seriously thinking of making this classic piece of fashion part of your wardrobe, we have put together a guide for choosing or wearing the Fedora.
Read Blog Best eCommerce website 2022
We are delighted to tell you that we have won the best eCommerce website in the Monaghan Enterprise Awards 2022
Read Blog Style Guide: How to Wear Trainers to Work
What constitutes appropriate trainers to wear in a professional environment? In this guide, we help you understand all the do’s and dunks of wearing trainers to work.
Read Blog How to achieve that country lifestyle look
The key to looking great isn’t following all of the latest fashion trends. It’s staying true to your personal style. The classic British country lifestyle is a much loved, classic look that exudes an air of down to earth confidence and elegant practicality. But what if you don’t know exactly how to achieve your desired…
Read Blog Valentine’s Day Men’s Gift Guide
Valentine’s Day is right around the corner, which might have you stressing over what to buy for that man that brings magic into your life. Our curated range of Valentine’s Day gifts for men covers all styles and budgets and will help you find the perfect gift for him
Read Blog Valentine’s Day Woman’s Gift Guide
Get inspired with our Valentine’s Day gifts for her collection with our hand-picked gifts for women collection. Featuring luxuriously soft pyjama sets to classic and comfortable mule slippers, our women’s gifts collection includes beanie and scarf sets, warm knitted jumpers, classic leather gloves, comfortable hoodies and much, much more. Whether you’re shopping for your…
Read Blog Top Gift ideas for the outdoors Gentleman in your life
Give him a gift he’ll remember forever with our collection of wax jackets, shirts, nightwear, slippers, accessories and much more with this guide is here to help you find the best gifts for outdoors gentleman that loves the classic town and country style. From woolly socks to wax jackets, this list, filled with wonderful…
Read Blog Barbour teams up with Paddington in its Christmas campaign to highlight sustainability
Barbour has released a Christmas advert starring the much-loved children’s character Paddington Bear about sustainability and to remind us of what’s really important at Christmas time. In the short film, the iconic character is seen contemplating what to buy his foster father, Mr Brown, as a last-minute gift for Christmas. After looking at some…
Read Blog Gift ideas for the outdoors Woman in your life
If you’re a little intimidated about picking out the perfect present for the outdoorsy or adventurous woman in your life, this guide is here to help you find the best gifts for outdoor women that loves the classic town and country style. From woolly socks to wax jackets, this list, filled with wonderful products…
Read Blog Wax jackets for dogs
To celebrate our love of dogs we want our best friends to be able to enjoy going for a walk in style wearing our fabulous collection of Barbour waterproof wax dog coats and jackets.
Read Blog Are Barbour Wax Jackets Warm?
Today, Barbour is the iconic British lifestyle & outerwear brand that is now more widely known as a field and country jacket, but are they warm enough to wear on a cold Irish day?
Read Blog Barbour: A Jacket for Life
This video highlights the Barbour team who expertly repair, alter and reproof approximately 14,000 jackets every year at Barbour's South Shields factory. Every Jacket has a story to tell and they capture these stories from customers from around the UK and Ireland who have owned jackets for over 30 years.
Read Blog How shoes should fit – everything you need to know for a comfortable, blister-free experience
Understanding how shoes should fit will not only make a huge difference to your comfort levels but improve your all-around foot health. It’s so important that your shoes fit properly. After all, we spend most of our day wearing them and not buying footwear with spot-on fit can result in long term problems…
Read Blog A Brief Guide to R.M. Williams and his Classic Craftsmen Boot
Since we celebrated the launch, this week, of legendary Australian boot and apparel brand R.M. Williams in our store, we thought we should provide a quick guide to their classic Craftsman Boot and give a brief history of the man that created them. For over 80 years, R.M. Williams has been known across the…
Read Blog Our Guide to Buying the Best Fashion Sneakers
The mighty trainer has shaken off its reputation for being the ‘purely casual’ shoe option and has filtered into our workwear and evening attire, too. It doesn’t matter whether you’re returning from a long morning walk or a quick afternoon shopping trip, or catching up in your favourite pub beer garden, a pair of great trainers is a…
Read Blog 5 of the Best Barbour wax jackets: The finest waxed jackets from an iconic British Brand
In this article, we share our top five of the best wax jackets that the company has ever made. Gillanders.ie is the best place to buy Barbour Wax Jackets which have become synonymous with style and exceptional quality country fashion.
Read Blog HICKS AND BROWN FEDORA HAT – OUR FAVOURITE WINTER ACCESSORY
If you thought that fedora hats were just for the summer and spectating at the cricket (yawn!!!!)– think again! Even Harrison Ford’s character, Indiana Jones, performed all manner of death-defying feats wearing his somewhat battered fedora.
Read Blog HOW TO REWAX YOUR BARBOUR WAXED JACKET
Step by step guide to re-waxing your Barbour wax jacket. Rather than sending your jacket away to be re-proofed, buy a tin of Barbour Wax Thornproof Dressing and do it at home.
Read Blog The 5 transitional pieces taking you from Summer into Autumn
As the days are getting cooler and evenings shorter, it makes sense to invest in some cosy outerwear, with layering options and practical footwear. Time to say farewell to those strappy sandals for now.
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